Ergonomics Specialist – ProgressiveHealth Occ Health, LLC – Atlanta, GAWe are seeking an energetic and engaging Ergonomics Specialist to join our Ergonomics Center team supporting a major airline carrier at Atlanta Hartsfield‑Jackson International Airport.In this unique role, you will serve as an ergonomic coach and trainer, helping employees learn safe work practices through hands‑on instruction, movement coaching, and operational simulations. This position combines injury prevention, ergonomics, employee education, and early intervention services to help reduce workplace injuries and improve employee performance in a dynamic aviation environment.What will you be doing in this role?Ergonomic Training & EducationLead ergonomic and lift training programs in both classroom and operational settingsFacilitate hands‑on simulations and movement coaching designed to improve employee safety and performanceObserve employee movement patterns and provide real‑time coaching and feedbackEducate employees on proper body mechanics, injury prevention strategies, and safe work practicesInjury Prevention & Early InterventionProvide proactive injury prevention services, injury care, assessment, and medical triage as defined by OSHA standardsDeliver ergonomic postural education and recommend appropriate interventionsEscalate employees for additional medical care when appropriateErgonomic Assessments & Program SupportConduct ergonomic assessments by understanding site operations, job processes, and physical demandsDevelop recommendations aimed at reducing injury risk and improving employee safetySupport continuous improvement initiatives related to workforce health and ergonomicsDocumentation & ReportingMaintain accurate and detailed documentation in a timely mannerProvide feedback to employees and client leadership regarding health and safety opportunitiesUnderstand and report key program metrics to leadership, client partners, and operations managementThis does not necessarily list all responsibilities, duties, requirements, or efforts associated with the job. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job, the company reserves the right to review and modify the functions, duties and requirements of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed as circumstances or business needs require.Our ideal candidate will have:A Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or a related field such as Exercise Physiology, Occupational Ergonomics, Health & Wellness, Health Promotion, Human Performance, Human Factors, Safety & Environmental, Public Health, Sports Science, Physical Education, Fitness, Personal Training, or AthleticsCPR/AED certification or the ability to obtain it prior to start of employment; maintain and provide proof of current certification(s)Basic knowledge of workers' compensation and OSHA regulations, preferredThe ability to stand, walk, and sit throughout entire assigned shiftErgonomic and/or occupational health experiencePrevious experience with public speaking in a training environment is preferredA high degree of professionalism in both written and verbal communicationThe ability to work both independently and in a team environment, without constant supervisionBe able to maintain confidentialityStrong computer skills, including proficiency with databases and with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and ExcelWhat you get from us:Opportunity for important work/life balancePaid time off (PTO) & paid holidaysA robust benefits package: medical (HSA/FSA availability), dental, vision, and supplemental insurance optionsHealth improvement plan opportunities to lower premium costsCompany‑sponsored basic life/AD&D insurance and long‑term disability insurance401(k) & ROTH 401(k) savings plans + company match with auto‑enrollment after probationary periodContinuing education assistanceOpportunities for growth and advancementEligibility to Work:This position requires candidates to be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without requiring current or future sponsorship for an employment visa (e.g., H-1B, OPT, etc.).An Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.#J-18808-Ljbffr
